Hi all - Im another lurker in this thread and just wanted to give you all a pat on the back for the gracious and respectful way you have dealt with the issues here! It can be and is at times a highly controversial issue but the way you have shared your beliefs and dealt with all the various themes/issues/opinions that have come up have made for interesting and thoughtful reading - so hats off to you all!

I havent posted because I dont know what I believe anymore!! Long story cut short - grew up in a pentecostal church from age 8 -stopped attending at 17 and have been searching since! Although Im not an active church member I still believe in God, pray and at times read my bible. Since having Izzy Ive wondered what I will teach her... anyway thats where Im at and thanks again for the great thread!!
PS Patch is a he! Previous posts read - my wife and I.